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Cornel West in conversation with Tavis Smiley on why Mississippi has produced so much Black greatness—and why attempts to erase Black history cannot erase the truth. From the Delta blues to writers, musicians, and cultural icons, West reflects on how struggle, resilience, and creativity have shaped Black excellence, while emphasizing why preserving African American Studies and confronting America’s full history is essential to understanding the nation itself! #TruthJusticeLove @tavissmiley @kbla1580 #Mississippi #BlackHistory